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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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